Cube Access WS EAZ shiftiris`n´black

The "Access WS EAZ shiftiris`n´black" model from Cube, released in 2023, is a versatile and robust mountain bike that stands out for its high-quality components and well-thought-out design. Priced at 629 EUR, it offers excellent value for money.

The bike’s frame is made from Aluminium Lite and, thanks to Advanced Mechanical Forming (AMF) technology, features double-butted tubing, ensuring an optimal balance between stability and weight. The frame features internal cable routing, a tapered head tube and flat-mount brakes. It also has a SIC mount and an FM kickstand mount. The maximum load capacity is 140 kg, whilst the bike itself weighs 14 kg.

The brakes are Tektro HD-M275 / TKD-150 hydraulic disc brakes with 160 mm discs at the front and rear, ensuring reliable braking performance in a variety of conditions. The drivetrain consists of a Shimano RD-M360 8-speed rear derailleur and Shimano SL-M315 Rapidfire-Plus shift levers. The front derailleur is a Shimano FD-M315 Top Swing, mounted on a 31.8 mm clamp.

Suspension is provided by an SR Suntour XCT Disc fork with 100 mm of travel, which effectively absorbs bumps on rough terrain. The bottom bracket is a Feimin FP-B902N with a 73 mm BSA thread. The crankset is a Shimano FC-M315 with 36x22T chainrings and a length of 170 mm. The cassette is a Shimano CS-HG31 with an 11–34T range, and power is transmitted via a KMC Z8.3 chain.

The handlebars are CUBE Rise Trail Bars with a width of 680 mm, and the grips are ACID React. The stem is a CUBE Performance Stem with a diameter of 31.8 mm. The headset is a CUBE FPH868, semi-integrated. The rims are CUBE ZX20 with 32 spokes and disc brake mounts. The tyres are CUBE IMPAC Smartpac with a width of 2.25 inches.

The hubs are made from lightweight aluminium by Cube and feature quick-release (QR) mechanisms as well as a 6-bolt disc brake mount. The saddle is a Natural Fit Venec Lite WS, mounted on a CUBE Performance seatpost with a diameter of 27.2 mm. The saddle is clamped using a CUBE Varioclose with a diameter of 31.8 mm.

The bike is supplied in a box measuring 240 mm wide, 780 mm high and 1530 mm long, and has a gross weight of 17.7 kg.

Overall, the Cube Access WS EAZ shiftiris’n’black offers well-thought-out specifications and high-quality components, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and advanced female mountain bikers.